National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)
- National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) is an AI-based platform that will help farmers connect with agriculture scientists and experts on controlling pests.
- It was launched in August 2024.
- Purpose: To enhance surveillance and management of pest diseases across India using advanced digital technologies.
Key Features of National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)
- Pest Identification and Management:
- Farmers can identify pests and diseases in 61 different crops.
- It provides pest management advisories for 15 major crops.
- Multilingual Support: NPSS is available in four languages – English, Hindi, Marathi, and Punjabi.
- Real-time Advisory System: Farmers receive instant solutions regarding pest attacks, crop diseases and crop damages.
- Technology used: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML).